Alternative investments
Usually the preserve of collectors, alternative investments such as art and wine provide diversification, so can have a place in large portfolios. But most are considered volatile and high risk, so are best suited to experienced investors.
Recent articles
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(10 November 09)
The Liv-ex 100 Fine Wine Index is up 9.5% over 12 months. So should you be piling into the fine wine market? Jody Clarke finds out.
(28 August 09)
Gold is frequently cited as investors' favourite safe haven. But what about art?
(15 April 09)
The contemporary art boom has proved itself to be just another bubble. And not before time, says Merryn Somerset Webb - art has everything you don't want in an investment.
